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A woman who once starred in Broadway's "The Lion King" as a child was killed in a stabbing over the weekend, New Jersey officials said.Edison police officers were called to a home on Sunday morning over reports of a stabbing where they discovered 26-year-old Imani Dia Smith, the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office said in a statement on Tuesday.

Woman who starred in ‘Lion King’ on Broadway as a child is killed in stabbing, officials say

Jimmy Kimmel may have wrapped up his final show of 2025, but his criticisms of President Donald Trump have not gone on holiday break.The late-night talk show host spoke to U.K. TV audiences in an alternative Christmas message on Britain's Channel 4, where he said "tyranny is booming" in the United States.

Jimmy Kimmel calls Trump 'King Donny VIII' in UK Christmas message

The Packers clinch a spot in the playoffs with the Lions' loss"We’re playing for each other" — Aaron Jones after Vikings beat GiantsAaron Jones spoke after the Minnesota Vikings beat the New York Giants 16-13.The Detroit Lions were hoping for a gift from the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas.

Vikings squash Lions' playoff chances on Christmas Day, force six turnovers

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas messageKing Charles delivered a Christmas message urging unity and referencing the past, encouraging Britons to reflect how communities can come together in times of challenge. The tradition of the monarch’s Christmas broadcast dates back to 1932 and was first delivered by George V. It has since become a staple of the holiday for many Britons.

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas message

The White House will present plans for its ballroom construction at the National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) meeting next month.The “East Wing Modernization Project” was added to the agenda of the Jan. 8 NCPC meeting, during which administration officials will give an “information presentation” on its controversial project.

White House to reveal ballroom project details with planning group in January

"It’s rare for me to outright reject a name or name trend, but ... "Some parents draw baby name inspiration from sources like family history, geography or even their favorite foods and brands. Others look to literature, music and pop culture. Still others get ideas from a more surprising source: weapons.

This Aggressive Baby Name Trend Is 'Alarming' Experts

Federal agents shot into a van during an immigration operation in Maryland on Christmas Eve in an incident that left two men hospitalized, federal authorities said.Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers approached a van in a quiet neighborhood in Glen Burnie, south of Baltimore, on Wednesday morning and instructed the driver to turn off the engine, according to Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin.

ICE officers shoot driver during immigration operation in Maryland, authorities say

The musician who leads the annual event cancelled it because of the move to put President Donald Trump’s name on the center without approval from Congress.An annual Christmas Eve jazz concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington was cancelled because the center’s Donald Trump-appointed board added the president's name to the building last week.

Xmas Eve blues: Kennedy Center jazz show cancelled over Trump renaming

A video of a golden retriever refusing to go on a walk has gone viral on TikTok, earning almost 8 million views. But it’s not because Roo looks adorable as he digs his heels into the ground.It is the fact that he has developed a quirky habit that has left his owners Marissa, 28, and Joe Lombardi, 29, perplexed.

Golden Retriever Refuses To Go Out—Then Owner Realizes Who Is Home

Chris Oladukun channeled his inner Patrick Mahomes on Thursday night.Chris Oladokun wouldn’t have believed it if he’d been told he’d start an NFL game this season. He’s the third-string quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, after all.He’d also gotten virtually no first-team reps in four years.

Fans Are Calling Patrick Mahomes A “System QB” After 3rd-Stringer Chris Oladokun Dips Into His Bag With Insane Play vs. Broncos [VIDEO]

Fans of the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things" were upside down with excitement on Christmas Day as they waited to unwrap the present of three brand new episodes Thursday night.Netflix is scheduled to release the second of a three-part drop in the show's final season at 8 p.m.

Netflix drops 3 new episodes of 'Stranger Things' on Christmas Day

Every week for the duration of the 2025 regular season, USA TODAY Sports will provide timely updates to the NFL's ever-evolving playoff picture − typically starting Sunday afternoon and then moving forward for the remainder of the week (through Monday's and Thursday's games or Saturday's, if applicable.

NFL playoff picture Week 17: Detroit Lions try to stay alive on Christmas

Trump claimed he dropped Epstein "long before it became fashionable to do so" in a wild holiday rant on his social media platform.Donald Trump dialed up his holiday grievances on Thursday with a lengthy Christmas Day rant, this time aimed at associates of Jeffrey Epstein, the late convicted sex offender who is infamously the president’s old friend.

'Sleazebags': Trump Wishes A Merry Christmas To ... Epstein Island Visitors?!?

Now that's just nastyA mechanic posted a video stating that he found roaches in the heater of a customer’s vehicle, prompting questions of how this could possibly happen.On Dec. 19, a mechanic (@deth93_) posted a video detailing a “disgusting” repair he had just encountered.

‘We Get Halfway Through…’: Mechanic Works On Elderly Woman’s Heater. Then He Finds Something Unexpected—And Disturbing

A grandfather was killed in a freak accident — getting crushed to death while trying to pay at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Nebraska, police said.Michael “Mike” Dickinson, 69, suffered fatal injuries after he somehow got trapped between the payment window and his car at the fast food chain’s outpost in Grand Island on Tuesday morning, according to local cops.

Beloved grandfather crushed to death in ‘freak accident’ at McDonald’s drive-thru

King Charles continues to put his own stamp on his annual Christmas Day message.Queen Elizabeth often delivered her address from her desk at her Buckingham Palace residence, often with family photographs in view. This year, King Charles recorded his message at the Lady Chapel in Westminster Abbey.

King Charles breaks tradition with Christmas speech

Annual report details aggressive new nuclear attack posture, hypersonic missile development and aircraft carrier constructionThe Chinese military is continuing a massive, decades-long arms buildup, including a shift in nuclear force doctrine that increases the danger of a direct attack on the U.S., according to the Pentagon’s annual China military power report.

Massive Chinese military buildup threatens U.S. homeland

Melania Trump was not pictured with her husband, President Donald Trump, and the rest of the Trump family in a festive photo shared on social media as she cared for her sick motherMelania Trump's absence from the family's 2023 Christmas photo has been clarified following questions about the First Lady's whereabouts.

Melania Trump sparked alarming fears after being missing from family Christmas photo

When Annette Bammert met Lenny the cat, he had developed the reputation of being the "saddest cat in the shelter." But now she has shared his remarkable transformation from mournful to living his best life.Bammert took in a black-and-white cat named Lenny shortly after Christmas, following the loss of her beloved senior cat, Wilma.

Woman Adopts ‘Saddest’ Shelter Cat—Not Ready for How He Changes Once Home

NATO sent up fighter jets after Putin dispatched his Tu-95MS strategic nuclear bombers to threaten the north of Britain on a Christmas flight over the Norwegian SeaVladimir Putin sent nuclear bombers to threaten northern Britain on a long-range Christmas flight over the Norwegian Sea.NATO was forced to scramble warplanes to monitor the hulking Russian "Bears".

NATO warplanes scrambled as Putin sends bombers on Christmas flight to UK

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As a fierce atmospheric river dumps heavy rains across parts of Southern California, some residents have been driven from their homes on Christmas Day as flooding and debris flow continue to threaten the region.The storm, which prompted evacuation orders and warnings in Southern California counties including Ventura and Santa Barbara, is expected to continue delivering excessive rainfall through the end of the week, along with heavy snow to the Sierra Nevada mountains, the National Weather Service said.

Flooding risk forces Southern Californians from homes on Christmas

BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar will hold the first phase of a general election on Sunday, its first vote in five years and an exercise that critics say will neither restore the country’s fragile democracy undone by a 2021 army takeover, nor end a devastating civil war triggered by the nation’s harsh military rule.

Myanmar will hold its first general election in 5 years as criticism of the military rule mounts

Artichokes“Artichokes are rich in soluble fiber and antioxidants like cynarin and silymarin, which stimulate bile production, improve fat metabolism, and protect liver cells from oxidative damage,” says Routhenstein. Bile production is one of the liver’s most important roles, as bile helps your body break down fats from the foods you eat, per the Cleveland Clinic.

Best foods for liver health

Following last week’s loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, the Chiefs won’t be making it to the playoffs this NFL season. But that won’t dampen the holiday spirit for us Swifties!Fans of the “Fate of Ophelia” singer were blessed by Swift’s presence on Christmas Day, when she was spotted cheering on the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City as they took on the Denver Broncos.

Taylor Swift wears festive red bomber jacket at Chiefs vs. Broncos game on Christmas

Is there any better feeling than acquiring something new that looks and feels more expensive than it is? These days, that feeling is harder and harder to come by. So when it does manifest, it makes a buy that much better. Zara always delivers on special-looking pieces with ordinary price tags.

My Shopping List Includes These Expensive-Looking Finds From Nordstrom and Zara

Gilbert Smith is an automotive journalist with over five years of specialized research and writing experience. Before joining CarBuzz in 2024, he produced in-depth buyer’s guides and feature articles for Vehicle History, focusing on practical insights and detailed automotive analysis.Check out the auction sites and used car listings, and it's not hard to find decomissioned cop-spec cars with reinforced brakes and suspension and some stab plates in the front seats (in case your kids are really wild on road trips).

Here's Why You Don't See Anyone Driving Decommissioned Mail Trucks

A TikTok video showing a traveler’s worst luggage nightmare has gone viral on TikTok.The clip was shared by @kelssssricardoooo and has amassed over 2.6 million views since it was posted on December 1. Text overlaid on the video reads: "Thinking about the time my mom’s luggage came out like this."

Tourist Mortified As Mom’s Bag Arrives After Flight—and There’s a Problem

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.Rock salt is the standard way to de-ice driveways, but it comes with serious downsides that most people don't think about. Salt corrodes concrete and metal, damages plants and grass along your driveway, burns dogs' paws when they walk on it, and pollutes groundwater as it melts.

This kitchen staple melts ice on your driveway — and it's better than salt

Spoiler alert! The following contains details from "Stranger Things" Season 5, Episode 6, "Escape from Camazotz."Have we heard Kate Bush's "Running Up that Hill" on "Stranger Things" for the last time?It certainly seems like it, now that Max Mayfield (Sadie Sink) has finally escaped Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower) in the fifth and final season of "Stranger."